Sexy Sexy Sweetness

Pour vous

I think There are certain times in your life you should be allowed to be a jerk. To make mistakes. Its the only way to learn how to be a better person. In a world that loves to swindle, and back stab. I have come to the conclusion that when push comes to shove, weather it feels good to or not, I need to hang on to every ounce of moral fiber that is within me. Life exceeds money and fame, it is a call to rise above the influence.

This recipe is one that I've worked on a number of times. This time I've spotted my own recipe and made it better. I never thought it was possible, but it was. It kicked up to another level of decadence and luxuriousness that I never knew possible. It could not have come to volition without the help of some very unique yet rich drama in my life. It made me cling to my faith and pray that I'd be vindicated. When things happen in your life that causes you pain, let that inspire you, let yourself create. And if all else fails, go back to the one thing your damn good at and you'll feel golden once again. For me...that's cooking and working out...I'm damn good at it and it feels amazing. So today I ran till I dropped, came home and baked. Do I really have time for this? Hell no, but its something I've needed and craved. So never skimp out on yourself. Invest in yourself and do something that makes you happy.

If you'd like the full recipe refer to Feb's post called "Sweet Decadence" or the second modification "Cream Cheese and Ricotta Dark Chocolate Brownies"

Modification:

Inside rather then Chocolate chunks I chopped into half inch squares Trader Joe's Walnut and heath dark chocolate bar. that goes into the brownie batter

I used 8 oz of cream cheese since I was too lazy to go to the Italian Market for ricotta. so its a tad sweeter then usual (but this is for a reason too...keep reading for reason.)

Once you've poured the last half of the brownie batter, grab a fork to make designs with by brushing the fork atop. the cream cheese will come up and create flowers.

I cut up a bar of Black Caramel and sea salt dark chocolate also from Trader Joe's and place it on top. about 1/2 by 1/2 squares. be sure to place it so that when you cut a chocolate square will be included to every slice of brownie.

Once the brownie bakes...today I went purely on feeling, from my room I could smell that it was done, poked it with a toothpick and took it out. I let it cool for a bit. then on top of the caramel chocolates that have melted a bit i dusted the brownie with fleur du sel. A delicate and refined sea salt from France. --Hence why I didn't mind the extra sweetness of the cream cheese.


Eat this brownie if your desiring rich, complex, decadent, heart-stopping dramatic, sexy, and excitingly provocative flavors.

Don't eat this brownie if you are happy with box made pastries. You will hate this recipe and then I will hate you. I will call you names and tell you your tongue is not refined enough for my friendship. (Just kidding, maybe). --oh one last thing...this recipe is gluten free.

Butter me up with Avacado Chocolate Mousse

Its a California thing, you wouldn't understand



So I've been told that there are two things you can add to a plate and call it "Cali styled." One is BBQ tri-tip. The other is natures butter...the beautiful, sweet, silky, avocado. Can't argue there. It's great alone, but its fantastic prepared in just about any way! I once lived near Carpenteria in Sunny Santa Barbara. I was spoiled, they'd have the avocado fest in about October. There was anything from Avocado ice cream to bacon maple guacamole. I could eat this stuff everyday and I'm sure I did. Can't say its 100% safe to do that. Since it is a fatty fruit, moderation is always necessary. 1/4 of the fruit a day is all you should really have.

I scoff at midwesteners who see this scrumptious fruit as exotic. Shame on you! It's not exotic, its a way of life. -Because I simply can't live without it in my life... so what did I do? I found a simple way to combine both my love of chocolate to make an amazingly healthy dessert!

I spotted this recipe on Dr. Oz's show. I was running at the gym and glanced up to see this marvelous invention, I fell in love and knew instantly I had to have it for myself. Being busy and unable to cook it took me a few days to get around to it, but I couldn't get it out of my mind. I longed to feel its creamy silk on my tongue.

The disclaimer is that I'm on the Standard Process Detox right now therefore cheating with sugar and chocolate is a big no no. So really, I make this for you, reader. As I get to only look but not touch.

Although if I were to want to cheat, I wouldn't feel guilty with this pleasure. Its healthy! This is for the person whose looking for a raw, dairy free dessert, as those are hard to find. So happy eats! As always, I spotted this recipe, but I guarantee you I will find a way to make it better!

(avacado can have its nice own unique flavor and sweetness. Depending on the chocolate it can have sweetness too, so you can skip the sugar if you wish!)

Chocolate Avocado Mousse

Ingredients

12 oz. good quality bittersweet chocolate, chopped

2 tsp ground cinnamon

1 tsp chili powder

1 large, ripe Hass avocado, pitted and peeled

3/4 cup light brown cane sugar (or sugar subs such as stevia, agave etc.)

6 egg

Ok all things fair trade is good to me, pricey but worth it.

But if you don't want to pay top dollar, refer to TJ's

But if your feeling extravagant and luxurious, buy a nice bar of xoxo...there's even a love poem inside, I simply cannot live without!

Directions:

-Melt the chocolate with the cinnamon and chili powder in a double boiler over hot water and set aside.
-Purée the avocado and brown sugar in a food processor until smooth.
-With the machine running, pour in the chocolate mixture.
-Using a stand mixer or whisk, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks.
-Fold the chocolate mixture into the egg whites.
-Pour the mousse into 6 small serving bowls or wineglasses and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or covered overnight.

Optional (but phenomenal)

-Get mexican chili powder and dust atop your serving cup
-dust a few sprinkles of fleur de sel, it will really bring out the flavors.

Serve and enjoy!

This has nothing to do with food, but this is an art installation I spotted and its simply fantastic what this artist did with shadow play. I love shadow puppets and this has elevated my love!



These are french (Macrons), not to be confused with the coconut (Macaroons). --This is just a preview of whats to come in my next post. So keep reading!